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The Penitent Thief
🎬 Movie

The Penitent Thief

2021 · 93 min Drama Fantasy
5.8 / 10 · TMDB

The story of the two unnamed men who were crucified alongside Jesus and how they came to be beside him on the cross that fateful day. Dismas and his brother Jotham, along with Gestas, another young man who will share their fate, suffer tragedy and injustice at the hands of a band of thieves and a ruthless Roman centurion. Theirs is a story of survival against the odds, but they cannot outrun their destiny.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Lucas Miles

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Kevin Sorbo

Kevin Sorbo

King Herod

James Russo

James Russo

Castor

Major Dodge

Major Dodge

Gabriel

Stelio Savante

Stelio Savante

Tiran

Krista Bradley

Krista Bradley

Joanna

Xiomara Bermudez

Xiomara Bermudez

Mary

Jay Giannone

Jay Giannone

Dismas

Charles "Skeeta" Jenkins

Charles "Skeeta" Jenkins

Melchior

Major Dodge Jr.

Major Dodge Jr.

Young Jotham

Randall Tyree Brooks II

Randall Tyree Brooks II

Thomas's Son

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